New flights connecting Manchester and Belfast with remote Scottish islands are being added by Loganair for next summer.
The routes operating via Inverness are designed to bring greater ease and flexibility for travellers from Orkney and Shetland.
The same-plane services will run from Kirkwall and Sumburgh to Belfast and Manchester.
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The new routes mean passengers will stay on the aircraft throughout their journey.
Passengers will also benefit from the Scottish government’s Air Discount Scheme (ADS), which applies to the entire journey and provides savings for eligible island residents.
Connections are also available via Aberdeen to complement the new routes, offering additional frequency.
The expansion follows same-plane services from both Shetland and Orkney to Heathrow via Dundee, which started in summer 2023.
Chief commercial officer Luke Lovegrove said: “We’re thrilled to launch new services connecting Shetland and Orkney with Manchester and Belfast on one-plane services that provide convenient routes between the bustling cities and remote Scottish islands.
“We’re committed to providing reliable connectivity across our network and it’s fantastic to be able to enhance travel options for the communities in which we operate.”
A spokesperson for Highlands and Islands Airports added: “We are thrilled to introduce this new Loganair route connecting the Orkney and Shetland Islands with two additional destinations, Belfast and Manchester.
“This expansion enhances our network, offering more travel connections through these international hubs.”